Very Good
#409 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 33% in state
Butte Falls Charter School
School · Butte Falls SD 91
PO Box 228, Butte Falls, OR 97522
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#409 of 1,226
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Butte Falls Charter School
Butte Falls Charter School is a public school in Butte Falls, OR, part of Butte Falls SD 91. Butte Falls Charter School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte Falls Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Butte Falls Charter School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Butte Falls Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Butte Falls Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Butte Falls Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Butte Falls Charter School — Students at Butte Falls Charter School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Butte Falls Charter School Compares
See how Butte Falls Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 228, Butte Falls, OR 97522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butte Falls Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Crater Lake Academy (rated 6.8/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Eagle Point), with a very similar rating. Another option is Prospect Charter School (rated 6.6/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Prospect), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KNOX CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Central Point), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Butte Falls, see our Butte Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,083
Median Home Value
$229,200
Median Rent
$817/mo
Population
584
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
78.1%
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GENEVA ACADEMY Roseburg, OR | 7.1 |
| NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Klamath Falls, OR | 7.1 |
| ROGUE VALLEY ADVENTIST ACADEMY Medford, OR | 7.2 |
| Paisley School Paisley, OR | 6.9 |
| Jewell School Seaside, OR | 7.3 |
| Ione Community Charter School Ione, OR | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butte Falls Charter School
What grades does Butte Falls Charter School serve?
Butte Falls Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Butte Falls Charter School?
Butte Falls Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte Falls Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Butte Falls Charter School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butte Falls Charter School rank in OR?
Butte Falls Charter School ranks #409 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Butte Falls Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Butte Falls Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Butte Falls Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butte Falls Charter School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Butte Falls Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Butte Falls Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Butte Falls Charter School a Title I school?
No, Butte Falls Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butte Falls Charter School?
81.8% of students at Butte Falls Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.8%
- Phone
- (541) 865-3563
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Butte Falls SD 91- District Enrollment
- 159
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,811
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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